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Run The Engine

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Activation 

  1. The following conditions must be met before entering the engine running diagnostic mode:

    • Vehicle in PARK

    • Ignition OFF Mode

  2. Follow the steps below to enter the engine running diagnostic mode:

    1. Apply the parking brake.
    2. NOTE: Do not press the brake pedal.

      Engage Ignition On Mode (Ignition ON Engine OFF)

    3. Within 5 seconds - Fully press the brake pedal and accelerator pedal together for 10 seconds.
    4. Within 5 seconds - Release accelerator pedal, while keeping foot on the brake then engage Ignition Start Mode (Ignition ON Engine Running)
    5. NOTE: If the green READY indicator does not turn off after 10 seconds, cycle the ignition to the off position and repeat the procedure.

      Fully press accelerator pedal for 10 seconds or until the green READY indicator turns off and starts flashing once every 3 seconds indicating the vehicle is in the engine running diagnostic mode.

    6. Release the brake and accelerator pedals. When this sequence is complete, the vehicle enters the diagnostic engine running mode and the engine should remain running continuously.

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